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Capsize and foundering of the fishing vessel Angelena south-east of Exmouth, England on 18 June 2021: MAIB Report. Summary: On 18 June 2021, the UK registered stern trawler Angelena capsized and sank […]
EFCA hosts Annual European Coast Guard Event in Tenerife. On 25-27 June 2024, the European Fisheries Control Agency (EFCA) hosted the seventh Annual European Coast Guard Event in Tenerife, Spain. […]
Enhancing safety measures in the maritime industry. Phil Haslam, Managing Director at North Atlantic Fishing Company The fishing industry is currently navigating a sea of increasing challenges, including crowded and […]
Foundering of the fishing vessel Piedras (FD528) 78 nautical miles south-west of Mizen Head, Ireland, 1 June 2022. Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB), report on the investigation of the foundering […]
Survitec calls for greater industry oversight for fire safety inspections to combat increase in ship detentions and ship losses due to fire. Global Survival Technology solutions provider Survitec has highlighted […]
Opening of €2.1 million National Sea Survival Training Pool to bolster safety at sea training for seafood sector. A new €2.16 million national sea survival training pool, which will enhance […]
Safety support for fishers after deaths from dredge gear lifting equipment. Surveyors from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) will be supporting fishing crews to stay safe at work after […]
Fishing sector sick leave days up by 11% in the past year. New analysis of over 1,700 businesses has revealed that those in the fishing sector have seen one of the biggest […]
Safety study demonstrates the need for new safety rules for methanol-fuelled vessels, advises Survitec. A new fire safety study by global Survival Technology solutions provider Survitec has revealed that existing […]
RNLI celebrates 200 years and over 146,000 lives saved. Today 4 March 2024, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) celebrates 200 years of saving lives at sea – thanks to volunteers […]
EC welcomes maritime accident agreement. The European Commission has welcomed the political agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on the investigation of maritime accidents, modernising a 2009 […]
Fatal fall overboard from the fishing vessel Eder Sands approximately 150 nautical miles west of Ireland: MAIB report. Report on the investigation of the fatal fall overboard from the fishing […]
Fatal injury following chain failure on scallop dredger Honeybourne III. MAIB has published a Safety Bulletin detailing serious concerns about failures of chains in quick-release gear on fishing vessels. Recommendations […]
International Fund for Fishing Safety announces first funding round. Funding now available for organisations focused on reducing accidents and fatalities for fishers in the global South. The International Fund for […]
Do YOU have the courage to learn what it takes to survive? – 2024 Man Overboard Challenge from BIM & RNLI. Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM), Irelands Seafood Development Agency has […]
New €5.2 million coast guard station in Co. Waterford. Ireland’s Minister of State with responsibility for the Irish Coast Guard, Jack Chambers TD, officially opened the newly constructed Coast Guard […]
First National Fishing Remembrance Day announced. Today on World Fisheries Day, maritime welfare charities have joined forces to support a new annual National Fishing Remembrance Day for those who have lost […]
Safety tips and checklists feature on new app for seafarers. A new app for seafarers, launched by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, is a chance for those working at sea […]
Ocean Safety unveils new brand identity at METSTRADE 2023. Marine safety specialist, Ocean Safety has unveiled its striking new brand identity at METSTRADE 2023. The brand refresh represents Ocean Safety’s […]
Ocean Safety enhances technical team with new appointments. Ocean Safety has made three crucial appointments to enhance its current technical team, reinforcing its leadership position in the design, manufacture, and supply […]
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